- 61
Pablo Picasso 1881-1973
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Pablo Picasso
- Visage de Faune
stamped Picasso; also stamped with the maker's mark, reference number 1409 and numbered 8/20 (on the reverse)
- gold medallion, 23 carats
- diameter: 2 in.
- 5 cm.
- Conceived in 1956 and executed later in an edition of 20, plus two artist's proofs and two author's proofs.
Provenance
Acquired directly from François Hugo
Literature
Douglas Cooper, 19 plats argent pour François et Pierre Hugo, Paris, 1977, illustration of example in silver
Pierre Hugo and Claire Siaud, Bijoux d'artists: Hommage a François Hugo, Aix-en-Provence, 2001, illustration of another example, p. 153
Pierre Hugo and Claire Siaud, Bijoux d'artists: Hommage a François Hugo, Aix-en-Provence, 2001, illustration of another example, p. 153
Condition
In very food condition aside from minute spot of discoloration under nose.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
With the original velvet-lined wooden presentation box.